Double Layered Overnight Chia Breakfast
Read moreSometimes you want that comfort food, but know what’s best for you… Why not combine the two, and start at your breakfast tomorrow morning? Get ready for trifle meats chia! INGREDIENTS FIRST BASE LAYER: 2 Tablespoons of black Chia seeds 1/2 Cup of Almond Milk 1/2 Teaspoon of vanilla extract 1 Teaspoon hulled tahini paste SECOND LAYER: First, sprinkle Blueberries, then 2nd Tablespoons of Bee Pollen or hemp seeds. GREEN FINAL LAYER: 3 Tablespoons of white chai seeds 1/2 Cup coconut cream 1/3 Cup coconut milk 1 Cup of baby spinach 1 Serving of Nuzest Vanilla 1 Serving of Good green stuff Nuzest INSTRUCTIONS Firstly start by mixing the Base layer, allow to set, then start mixing your green layer this will be the final layer. Allow both to sit aside separately. Rinse off the blueberries and pat dry them, if you are using hemp or bee pollen keep that aside too. Then start filling your glass jar with the layers, starting by scraping the base layer into your jar, then the centre layer and last the green layer. You can enjoy it there and then or leave it overnight for the next morning.
How to Make your Black Friday Green!
Read moreThe message is sneaking in everywhere: “20% discount!”, “Only today!”, “Black Friday offer!” The American Post-Thanksgiving tradition has entered our inboxes, TV-screens and shop windows all over the world, with the one sole purpose: getting us to buy, and buy a lot.
Asia’s Greta Thunberg: 10-year-old Lance Strikes for Climate Actions
Read moreEvery Friday morning he strikes in front of his school. Every month, he organises a beach clean in his neighbourhood. He discusses green changes with his school principal and has created an online pamphlet for other kids to vote with their voice. Oh, did we tell you Lance has just turned 10? The Thurnberg effect you might call it. A movement that has arrived in Asia, more specifically to Tung Chung in HK, where kids like Lance Lau are outsmarting us on how to save the planet. These kids understand the urgency and don’t see the obstacles. Inspired by other young people like Greta Thurnberg, they understand the power of these important messages being delivered by kids – Child Power, as Lance calls it. From Berlin to HK If anyone understands this, it’s Lance. After his first participation in the FridaysForFuture May strike in HK, he consequently joined the FridaysForFuture August strike when on holiday in Berlin. Lance saw for himself, the importance of making a stand, at whatever age. And he wanted to show his friends in Asia, that kids can make a change. “At first, I wanted to do a fullblown strike, but the school said: ‘you can’t mess with the students having class, they are entitled to be able to have class in peace’. I tried walking into the school with a sign, but the school only allowed me to do it in recess or after lunch. So I thought: ‘Well, that’s less than an hour, so how about we just do it when the students are coming in and it will have the best effect?'”
Local Farmers Salad with Pine Nut Dressing
Read moreNothing like a fresh and inviting salad to get your week off on the right foot. Eating from the rainbow isn’t just a joy to look at, but a great way to make sure you get all your nutrients! For those of you, who would like that extra bit of comfort for your Monday, we’ve boosted this recipe with a delish pinenut dressing, enjoy! INGREDIENTS SALAD 1 Bunch of Kale 1 Green Apple 100g Baby Plum tomatoes 1 Beetroot Spiralized 1/3 Cup Activated Pumpkin seeds Hand-full of Argula DRESSING 2 Tablespoons of hulled Tahini 1/2 Cup soaked pine nuts ** 2 Large lemons juiced 2 Tablespoons Nutritional yeast 1 Tablespoon of Coconut Oil Black pepper 4 Basil leaves (fresh) 1/2 Teaspoon Liquid Amino’s or coconut amino’s 1 Tablespoon of Yacon syrup INSTRUCTIONS Pop your pine nuts the day/night before in your mason glass jar, add spring water, cover and soak for 6 to 8 hours. Remove the liquid the next day. To start making your sauce, add the drained pine nuts into your blender for 2 minutes until creamy, and then add in all the other ingredients. Blend for 2 minutes. Ready to serve, you can drizzle this over your salad, I also sometimes keep some aside in the fridge – delicious over smashed avocado!
Why should I exercise outside?
Read moreAlthough we live in a hot and humid country, Singapore is the perfect place to get outside and exercise! Summer all year round and lots of choice in outdoor space and activities. So, get out of that gym and into the sunlight – here are 5 good reasons to exercise outside. Whether you are cycling, running or doing cross-fit, ‘green exercise” has been proven to have amazing benefits for your body as well as your mind. 5 GOOD REASONS TO EXERCISE OUTSIDE 1. Burn it off Of course, indoor exercise can take care of the calories, but did you know that your mobility and speed without the help of a treadmill or gymbike, is a lot better and will make you’ll burn off more? Also, the terrain, wind and obstacles you can find outdoors will give you more resistence and make those calories evaporate much faster into the air that you’re breathing outside. Also, if you’re not that into running or other strenious exercise, an hour brisk walk can reduce your genetic tendency to obesity by half, a Harward study of 12.000 people has proved. 2. Sunshine vitamin Getting that vitamin D from the sun, is vital want to improve your quality in sleep, strengthen your bones and improve your overall immune system. Some studies also show that a lack of vitamin D can cause asthma and allergies with children, so why not get them out and exercise in the sun with you? 3. Mental exercise Exercising outside isn’t just good for your physqie, but has proven to be great for the mind as well. When it’s you and not the treadmill that is telling you to push harder, your mind naturaly increases its strength and will power. A Scottish healthy survey from 2008 also suggested that there was a 50% improvement in mental health if you do workout outdoor rather than in a gym session. 4. Positve energy Breathing in fresh oxygen is great for the production of dopamine and serotonin. These enzymes boost your mood, your ability to deal with stress and your self-esteem. Another positive that studies show, is that if you’ve done green exercise once, you’re likely to do it again. One reason being, that if you work out as a group (ie. bootcamp), the meeting with like-minded people will make you more apt to return and add to the positive state of mind. 5. Convenience Whether you’re on holiday or at home, exercising outdoors is often more convenient, because you’re not dependent on getting to a certain location and using gym equipment. Another added bonsus, is that with most outdoor activities, it’s free!
No-Dairy Green Machine Ice Cream
Read moreHot or cold outside, home ice-cream is always a winner – especially when it’s healthy and homemade! Try this recipe for a vegan green machine ice cream – with nutrients! INGREDIENTS 1 Can of Organic coconut milk ** chilled 1 Can of Organic coconut cream **chilled 2 Scoops of Nuzest Vanilla Protein powder Clean Lean 2 Tablespoons of Yacon syrup or fine granulated monk fruit 2 Servings of Good Green Stuff Nuzest 2 Tablespoon of Coconut butter or Cashew Butter 1/2 Cup Frozen Peas INSTRUCTIONS Start by placing your loaf tin (bread mould) 8 x 8-inch mould in the freezer prior. I prefer using silicone moulds, or make sure your tin loaf has parchment paper inside. It is also all depending on the size of your mould, you could have two small moulds or one large one, the choice is yours. Using your high-speed blender, you add your chilled coconut milk for 1 minute before you start adding your other ingredients. Once all is blended to a smooth creamy consistency. Pour all the ingredients into your mould that you have had in the freezer. For the first 2 hours, try and at least stir it once every hour just to prevent any icy outer layer. Once ready you can scoop out and enjoy – I drizzled a bit of raw homemade chocolate.
DIY Skincare with Kids: Bath Salt
Read moreKids love DIY and there’s nothing better than creating something easy that won’t just make themselves or a family member happy but is also great for the planet (and your wallet!) In our DIY Skincare with kids series, we give you recipes in 4 easy steps that can be made with accessible products that are both good for you and that will teach your kids the insights to the wonders of natural skincare at an early age. Today – a quick one for relaxing – bath salt! Get out a mason jar , salt, dried herbs and essential oils. 1. Start with 5 tsp of crystal salt – add to the mason jar
Meatless Burger Patties
Read moreMonday. You don’t want the weekend to be over, but you know that starting the week off on a healthy note works well. Well, if all you can think of is a big juicy burger but don’t want the bads, you’re in luck! Charissa will show you that It doesn’t have to be all fats and carbs with a few adjustments – check her meatless (Monday) burger patties! INGREDIENTS 1 Tablespoon of Coconut Oil 3 Tablespoons of your flaxseed meal 1/3 Cup of warm water 1 Can of your organic black beans drained 3/4 Cup of your freshly chopped celery 1 Small garlic clove 1.5 Cup grated beetroot or carrot 1/3 Cup freshly finely chopped parsley 1/2 Cup of Sunflower activated 2 Tablespoons of Braggs Liquid amino’s or coconut amino’s 1 Teaspoon of chilli powder 1 Teaspoon of ground cumin and some Italian spices 1/2 Cup of quinoa flakes (they look like oat flakes) 1/3 Cup of Chai seed meal Add some black pepper to taste INSTRUCTIONS As you preheat the oven, 350°F (180°C), cover your baking sheet with parchment paper. Then start with your flaxseed egg mix, you can mix the flaxseed and water in a small bowl and set aside, ideally around 8 min for it to thicken. Then into a mixing bowl, relatively large, start adding the drained black beans and mash it, until you see a paste consistency form. Once the beans are mashed, take a skillet, add your coconut oil slight increase in the heat as you stir-fry the celery and garlic slightly until soften. Then start transferring everything to the larger mixing bowl with the bean paste and start mixing all the ingredients together until one lot of chunky paste has reached. Then start shaping your dough into 8-9 patties, make sure they are firmly packed to ensure the patties don’t fall apart when baking. Allow to bake for around 15 to 20 min each side, the key is here not to make them too thick. You need to flip them around in order to make sure they are baked both sides. Leftover patties, keep in the fridge within an airtight container for 2 days. You can even make a nice little lettuce bun and add your favourite ingredients, a great example is using the iceberg lettuce as “the bun”, then spread some delicious hummus between the buns with some fresh and or sun-dried tomatoes and perhaps a few slices of avocado.
Stress and Anxiety? 5 Simple Naturopathic Tips for your Children
Read moreImagine this scenario: you’re 5 years old and getting ready for your first piano recital. Your parents are so excited, but you feel completely nervous and could vomit at the thought of getting up on stage. An hour before your recital, your heart is racing, palms are sweaty, you’re curled up in a ball, and you don’t want to go! What could possibly help with this situation? A naturopath’s answer to this question: a holistic approach to this unique child’s needs! While stress is a normal part of our everyday life- we can still teach our children to understand their experience of stress and learn to manage it. Whether your child is dealing with daily nervousness, general anxiety, or a phobia, preparing your child to cope with stressors, and validating their feelings builds their skill set for emotional regulation. Oftentimes, children find ways to cope with stress on their own: such as sucking on a thumb, attachment to a toy, eating, screen time, etc. In this article, I’ve outlined a few healthy strategies to consider when helping your child calm their nerves and stress.
Double Layered Overnight Chia Breakfast
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How to Make your Black Friday Green!
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Asia’s Greta Thunberg: 10-year-old Lance Strikes for Climate Actions
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Local Farmers Salad with Pine Nut Dressing
25th November, 2019
Why should I exercise outside?
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No-Dairy Green Machine Ice Cream
19th November, 2019
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Meatless Burger Patties
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Local Farmers Salad with Pine Nut Dressing
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No-Dairy Green Machine Ice Cream
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Christmas in the Forest
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Join us as we get away from plastic tinsel and Christmas shopping to prepare for the festive season in a more environmentally friendly and relaxed style.
We’ll use inspiration from our natural setting to bring some authentic Christmas to the tropics. You can look forward to:
– An advent treasure hunt
– Making environmentally friendly decorations out of nature
– Christmas nature art
– Winter warmer stories and festive treat around the ‘campfire’
This event is recommended for Children 2yrs-6yrs and their accompanying adult.
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